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Declutter your Mind
With Caroline Hurley WELLBEING PRACTITIONER AT BECALMED AND HEALTHWELL SOLUTIONS
When we think of clutter, we tend to think of our physical spaces, but clutter also involves what we keep inside our minds. If you never threw out any of your old clothes how long would it take for your overstuffed wardrobe to stop being useful and start being a source of irritation? This can also happen to your mind. Without a regular clear out it can become cluttered and that takes its toll on your mental wellbeing. It is normal to worry from time to time, however going over and over the same worries can clutter your mind, leaving little space for anything else. It lowers your mood, leaving you feeling tired and less creative.
• Get some sleep.
Sleep has numerous benefits, including helping with your mental state. Sleep deprivation can lead to brain fog and temporary mental lapses.
• Get outside.
Make the most of our beautiful Isle of Wight; get outside and enjoy nature. Nothing beats a walk by the sea or in the woods to clear your mind.
• Limit Your Screen Time.
How many times are you replying to an email, when you get a text that needs replying to and then you stray onto social media? Monitor your usage and if you start to notice your mind getting cluttered then it is time to take a break.
• Talk to someone.
It can sometimes be harder to find a solution to a problem if you keep it to yourself. We often find at
BeCalmed that, as therapists, our clients make the most of their time with us to share in a confidential and safe environment how they are feeling.
Unloading your thoughts and feelings can help you gain perspective and clarity, break the cycle, and lighten the burden of carrying everything in your head.
• Meditate.
Meditation can help reduce confusion by getting you clear on your priorities. Try and build it into your daily routine to help declutter your mind.
• Transfer Thoughts to Paper.
Take all those thoughts that are floating around in your brain and write them down. This takes them out of your head, removing the need to remember them. When you are ready, you can pick up your list and work on it.
• Set and Complete Priorities.
Take your list and, after prioritising it, you can set about tackling it. Nothing is more satisfying than ticking things off your ‘to do’ list.
• Take some time out for yourself.
Multitasking and being busy may at times seem efficient, but if you have too many plates spinning you are at risk of dropping them all. Think about something that you enjoy and make time for it. Whether it is having a coffee with a friend, enjoying a relaxing massage, getting your nails done, taking a walk, or enjoying the benefits of your favourite ESPA oil in a bath. Taking time for yourself is essential for your wellbeing and will help you be more efficient in the long run.
